TREATS: Machias to Arlington (Steady)

This will be a steady paced ride (12-14 mph) starting at Machias Station just north of Snohomish where both water and restrooms are available. After about 8 miles on the Centennial Trail we will turn onto scenic rural roads for the trip into Arlington. The first 14 miles of the route to Arlington are an almost continuous low grade climb with a few rolling hills. This is followed by a 1-mile, 18-19% downhill into Arlington, so please be sure to have good brakes. In Arlington we will stop at Starbucks for food and refreshment then return to the Centennial trail for the return trip to Machias. On the return trip, there is one climb about 5 miles long on the Centennial Trail. That climb is less than 3% as it was created for trains. Everyone may climb or descend hills at their own pace and we will regroup at the top or bottom.

Please be ready to ride at 10:00 when we will start with the required safety briefing. We will depart as soon is the safety briefing is complete. All riders must attend the safety briefing to participate. If you cannot make the ride, please unregister so that someone else may participate. 

Bring a spare tube and tools to fix a flat, just in case. Other things to bring: phone; ID; cash and/or credit card; ORCA card; water and a small snack. Please have full fenders if the roads are wet, or you may be asked to ride at the rear of the group.

Note: If weather conditions meet the weather cancellation criterion listed above or if there are unforeseen hazardous riding conditions or other unexpected events, the Ride Leader will cancel the ride and all registered riders will be sent a notification email. If the ride is cancelled at least two hours before the start, Ride Leader(s) will not be at the start location. Please check before leaving for the ride.

We hope you can join us!